Most of us remember the 70s and early 80s sitcom "Barney Miller" starring Hal Linden, but most folks don't realize that Linden was a Broadway performer prior to his TV years. Last Thursday night, I enjoyed Mr. Linden as he walked us back through his stage and screen career at the Adventura Arts and Cultural Center, just north of Miami, Florida. Linden was backed by a great 7 piece band, which featured trumpet, trombone, clarinet and the usual rhythm section. What followed was a night of jazz, dixieland, and songs from Linden's Broadway catalog. Soon to be 83 in March, Hal Linden shows no signs of slowing down. His vocals are still strong and his gif t of gab carries him well through the evening.
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